Discover the secrets to creating the most delectable cornbread, a classic Southern dish that embodies comfort and warmth. Immerse yourself in the art of crafting the perfect balance between crispy golden crust and soft, moist crumb. Unlock the potential of this versatile dish by exploring various recipes, mastering essential techniques, and selecting the finest ingredients. Whether you prefer traditional cornbread, savory variations with added ingredients, or a delightful twist with unique flavors, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with an unforgettable cornbread experience.
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THE BEST HOMEMADE CORNBREAD RECIPE
Fill your kitchen with the aroma of homemade cornbread! My family has been making this easy cornbread recipe for decades. The crisp golden crust and moist, fluffy center really can't be beat.
Provided by Melissa Griffiths - Bless this Mess
Categories Baking
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or cast iron skillet well and set aside. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Whisk to combine well.
- Make a well in the center of your dry ingredients and add your oil or butter, milk, and egg. Stir just until the mixture comes together and there are only a few lumps remaining.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is a deep golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Slice, Calories 173 calories, Sugar 15.1 g, Sodium 516.8 mg, Fat 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4 g, Cholesterol 19.1 mg
THE BEST FLUFFY MOIST CORNBREAD RECIPE EVER
The best cornbread recipe ever! This fluffy, moist cornbread is easy to make in just 30 minutes with under 10 ingredients. It has the perfect amount of sweetness and will be your new go-to side dish for any meal. You'll never need another homemade cornbread recipe after this one!
Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com
Categories Nut Free Side Dish Snack Vegetarian
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 9x9 inch pan or 9 inch skillet or 9 inch cake pan with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: eggs, maple syrup/honey, yogurt and milk. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir with a spoon until it just begins to combine, then stir in the melted butter until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
- Bake for 18-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached. Serve warm with a pat of butter and a drizzle of honey!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 142 kcal, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Sugar 6.4 g, Protein 3.8 g
CORNBREAD
I love tasting different cornbread recipes, and I have to admit, I think this is the best that I've ever tasted. Usually I have to put tons of butter on it, because it's so dry and just doesn't have much taste to it, but this recipe is very moist, and you can eat it alone, it's got a great sweet taste to it. Try it...and let me know what you think. Thanks to Betty Crockers Big Red Cookbook for this great recipe.
Provided by crazycookinmama
Categories Breads
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400³F.
- Grease bottom and side or round pan, 9x1 1/2 inches, or square pan, 8x8x2 inches, with shortening.
- Beat milk, butter and egg in large bowl with hand beater or wire whisk.
- Stir in remaining ingredients all at once just until flour is moistened (batter will be lumpy).
- Pour into pan.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Serve warm if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.6, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 28.5, Sodium 242.1, Carbohydrate 27.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 3.3
GRANDMOTHER'S BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD
This is my grandmother's cornbread recipe and it's the best - sweet and moist!
Provided by Bethany Weathersby
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8 inch square pan.
- Melt butter in large skillet. Remove from heat and stir in sugar. Quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. Combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. Stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 317.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g
THE BEST MOIST SWEET CORNBREAD
This is more like a cake it's so moist and light, you may want to add in some green chilies or shredded cheddar cheese --- for a less sweeter taste reduce sugar to 1/2 cup --- this is very good!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Quick Breads
Time 45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees F.
- Set oven rack to second-lowest position.
- Butter an 8 x 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a large bowl mix together flour with sugar, cornmeal, baking powder and salt.
- In another bowl whisk together half and half cream or milk, eggs, oil and melted butter; add to the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined.
- Mix in canned corn niblets.
- Transfer to baking dish.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the the cake tests done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.9, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 37.9, Sodium 184.9, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 1, Sugar 9.5, Protein 3.4
THE 35 BEST WAYS TO COOK CORNBREAD
This collection of easy Cornbread Recipes will give you so many variations on the classic Southern side dish. For a tasty start, try our Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread:
Provided by GypsyPlate
Categories Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Fry bacon in 8-10" cast iron skillet over medium heat. Turn occasionally and cook until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon to paper towel lined plate. Put skillet in oven.
- Melt butter and mix with milk and eggs in a bowl.
- In large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Chop jalapeños, crumble bacon and add to the mixture.
- Add wet mixture to the bowl and mix well with a fork.
- Remove skillet fro oven and place on a trivet. Pour cornbread mixture into hot skillet. Place in oven and bake 25 minutes. Test for doneness by sticking toothpick in to center of cornbread. If it is wet when you pull it out, bake an additional five minutes.
- When done, remove cornbread from oven and let rest 5-10 minutes. Cut and serve with butter.
Tips:
- Use fresh cornmeal. Fresh cornmeal has a sweeter, more flavorful taste than older cornmeal. If you can, buy cornmeal that has been milled within the past few months.
- Use buttermilk. Buttermilk adds a tangy flavor to cornbread and helps to make it moist. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the cornbread tough. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cornbread in a hot oven. A hot oven will help the cornbread to rise and brown properly. Preheat the oven to the temperature specified in the recipe before you start mixing the batter.
- Let the cornbread cool before serving. Cornbread is best served warm, but it's important to let it cool for a few minutes before you cut into it. This will help the cornbread to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Cornbread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just for a weeknight dinner, these tips will help you make the best cornbread possible.
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